Indiana Basketball: Biggest Question Each Incoming Freshman Must Answer

Indiana's basketball program will welcome a hyped recruiting class to campus. ESPN has the class ranked No. 4 in the country and Rivals.com ranked it No. 6.

Headlined by Noah Vonleh, this group is loaded with talent. These players are skilled, but it doesn't mean there aren't areas of concern with each of them.

Each player has one big question surrounding him, and this slideshow will discuss each one.

Collin Hartman: Can He Be More Than Just a 3-Point Threat?

The best part of Collin Hartman's game is his three-point shooting. He can light up the scoreboard from beyond the arc.

The problem with Hartman is his athleticism. He will most likely have trouble guarding opposing guards.

Because of this, he will be compared to former Hoosier sharpshooter Matt Roth as soon as he arrives on campus. Roth was never known for his defense and was only in the game to shoot from deep.

Indiana will need something more than a one-dimensional player, and Hartman must prove he is more than a one-trick pony. If he blossoms into a complete player, the Hoosiers will have a real weapon on the roster.

Troy Williams: Rebounding Extraordinaire?

Troy Williams is a dynamic guard that should provide the Hoosiers with speed and athleticism. ESPN's scouting report (subscription required) says Williams' athletic ability and skill level set him apart from most of the 2013 national recruiting class.

The report also says that he is a solid rebounder. Averaging 7.5 rebounds per game his senior year, Williams showed a propensity to crash the glass.

Last season, players similar to Williams, Victor Oladipo (6.3 RPG) and Christian Watford (6.3 RPG) were rebounding forces. The Hoosiers will need someone like Williams to step up and replicate those numbers.

Devin Davis Jr.: Reliable Jump Shot?

Devin Davis Jr. is the wild card of the incoming class. There isn't a lot of hype surrounding him, but he was a terrific player at Warren Central High School in Indianapolis, Indiana.

He has good size (6'6", 200 pounds) and is terrific at getting to the basket and finishing. The one area where he struggles, according to ESPN's scouting report (subscription required), is his jump shot. He is a streaky shooter, and his range only extends to 19 feet. 

Davis Jr. will have to become an efficient shooter in order to contribute at the college level.

Noah Vonleh: Can He Carry the Offense?

Noah Vonleh is the highest-ranked recruit to come to IU since Cody Zeller. Listed as the No. 13 prospect in ESPN's 100, expectations will be high for him.

Vonleh has all the tools to be a difference-maker on this year's team. He is a great athlete who can score from anywhere on the court. This scoring ability will be badly needed next season.

The Hoosiers are losing their top four scorers from last year's team. Someone will have to step up to fill the void, and head coach Tom Crean hopes Vonleh is the man for the job.

Because of his perceived abilities, IU will expect Vonleh to lead the offensive attack. This is usually a lot to ask of a freshman. If Vonleh doesn't transition well to the college level, Indiana's offense will struggle. 

Luke Fischer: Can He Defend in the Post?

Luke Fischer will be one of three true post players on Indiana's roster next season. He has a great chance to be a starter. If he is, he will be tasked with filling the incredibly big shoes of Cody Zeller.

While Fischer does play down low, he doesn't have the size of Zeller. He is only listed at 6'9" and 200 pounds, while Zeller was 7'0" and 240 pounds. This is a considerable difference. Even though Zeller was fairly lanky, he could hold his own in the post.

Fischer is giving up a lot of size on the low block. For someone that will be tasked with defending players like Purdue's A.J. Hammons (7'0", 280 pounds) and Michigan State's Adreian Payne (6'10", 240 pounds), he is at a considerable disadvantage.

If Fischer struggles with low-post defense, the Hoosiers will be in trouble. 

Stanford Robinson: Will He Be the Spark off the Bench?

With Will Sheehey (9.5 PPG) presumably moving from sixth man to the starting lineup, Indiana is going to need a new threat off the bench. This assignment will be up for grabs between the recently acquired Evan Gordon and Stanford Robinson. 

Robinson is an offensive-minded player with the ability to score in a variety of ways. The offense could be a real concern for Indiana. It will need his scoring ability, especially if the starting five is struggling. 

The thing is, can a freshman be relied on to score points in limited minutes? Robinson will have to prove he can handle this important task.